Want to know who’s on when and where at this year’s Edinburgh Mela? Then take a look at our official Edinburgh Mela 2015 Programme with full schedules for all three stages and a handy site map – click here to view online.
NorthernXposure ft. Danger Man + Ista
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STYLE: Dubstep/Hip Hop
Date: Saturday
Location: Awaz FM Mela Mix Stage
Time: 19.00-20.00
BAFTA nominated NorthernXposure, fresh from their USA tour with musical legend Michael Winslow. Be prepared for show stopping live dubstep, hip hip and the hottest urban vibes with a socially conscious message. Featuring MCs Danger Man and Ista from Big Toe Hi-Fi.
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Bollywood Love Story
Bollywood Love Story was the Edinburgh Mela’s major 2015 commission in collaboration with the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Take a look at what went on behind the scenes by watching our short film.
The Edinburgh Mela are delighted to have been shortlisted for Creative Edinburgh’s ‘Collaboration Award‘ which recognises outstanding creative collaboration between organisations.
The inspiration for the project came from a desire by the Edinburgh Mela to create a visual spectacle drawn from the colours, passion and rich visual heritage of Bollywood. We visualised an amazing opportunity to bring together new and emerging Scottish based dancers with Bollywood dance professionals and created a once in a lifetime opportunity to perform in two of Scotland’s preeminent festivals during summer 2015.
Bollywood Love Story saw a cast of Bollywood dance professionals from Delhi perform alongside an ensemble cast of 35 talented local dancers (cast through open auditions held at Dance Base) in a classic Bollywood story of romance and peril.
The company performed an extract of the show every night at the world famous Tattoo, with its sumptuous costumes and dazzling dance moves becoming a highlight for the millions who see the show as its broadcast across the globe.
The sensational full show played in front of a standing room only crowd on the final day of the 2015 Edinburgh Mela.
Bollywood Love Story – Behind The Scenes from Edinburgh Mela on Vimeo.
Supported by The Scottish Government’s Expo Fund 